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#23: Ben “Doc” Askins: From Straight-Edge to Psychedelic
#23: Ben “Doc” Askins: From Straight-Edge to Psychedelic
#23: Ben “Doc” Askins: From Straight-Edge to Psychedelic
Sunday 14th January 2024
Ben 'Doc' Askins discusses his journey from military medicine to psychedelic therapy, exploring its potential for PTSD treatment and the need for post-therapy self-care.
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Episode Overview
- Doc shares insights into the potential benefits of psychedelic-assisted therapy
- Challenges in allocating funds for Ibogaine research are discussed
- The potential role of psychedelic medicines in addressing PTSD in veterans is explored
- The importance of integrating healthy lifestyles and self-care activities post-therapy is highlighted
There's a ton of people who make their living loving people in a way that is consistent with their faith tradition. And if this medicine is a way of helping that is coherent with that faith tradition, then yeah, people are wide open to trying to figure out how to implement that and incorporate that.
Ever wondered how someone goes from a straight-edge kid in the DARE club to a leading voice in psychedelic-assisted therapy? Meet Ben 'Doc' Askins, a physician assistant, US army captain, and author with a fascinating story. In this episode of Root Medicine, Amanda Siebert sits down with Doc to explore his incredible journey. With two decades of experience in wilderness, tactical, and expeditionary medicine, Doc's career is anything but ordinary.
He's also certified in MDMA-assisted therapy and offers ketamine-assisted therapy in Kentucky. His unique blend of military and civilian expertise makes for an engaging conversation about the future of psychedelic medicine. Doc doesn't shy away from controversial topics either. He questions the wisdom of investing $42 million in ibogaine research in Kentucky, offering a clinician’s perspective on the drug's safety and efficacy. This episode dives deep into the potential of psychedelics for treating PTSD, especially in veterans.
Doc shares his vision for integrating these therapies into veteran care, emphasizing the importance of post-therapy self-care and healthy lifestyles to maintain the benefits of psychedelic experiences. If you're curious about the intersection of military medicine and psychedelics, or if you're interested in the broader implications for mental health treatment, this episode is a must-listen. Doc's insights are not just informative; they're a call to rethink how we approach healing and recovery.